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NSW Department of Education & Training 2386
2010 Annual School ReportLeeton Public School
NSW Public Schools – Leading the way
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Our school at a glance
StudentsStudents are the core of any school and we are so fortunate to have wonderful young citizens who are able to share their learning journey in a happy, safe and caring environment in a school which provides a diverse range of opportunities to all.
StaffThe teachers and administration officers at Leeton Public are highly regarded professionals who work closely with parents and the community to offer the best education to our students. They have a range of talents and abilities that enable the students to have learning experiences that extend the standard curriculum.
All teaching staff meet the professional requirements for teaching in NSW public schools.
Significant programs and initiativesThe school ran a number of programs to give students extra educational support throughout 2010.
These included:
The introduction of the ‘Red Cap’ program, designed to develop skills in leadership and conflict resolution strategies;
Peer tutoring for students who needed additional reading practice;
Targeted focus groups in Literacy and Numeracy in Early Stage 1 and Stage 1;
Numeracy groups in Stages 1, 2 and 3; and
We had a total of 78 entries for the University of NSW Spelling, Science, Computer and Mathematics competitions, gaining 4 high distinctions, 19 distinctions and 21 credits.
Student achievement in 2010NAPLAN Year 3
Overall some of our Year 3 results were lower than expected this year. The average score for
numeracy was 375.2, compared to 382.9 for the statistically similar school group (SSG). We had 13.2% in Band 1 for grammar and punctuation, compared to 8.6% for the SSG and 7.4% in Band 1 spelling compared to 5.1% for SSG. More positively, 23.2% of students were in Band 6 for reading (SSG 19.1%) and 20.6% were in Band 6 for writing (SSG 16%).
NAPLAN Year 5
We enjoyed some very pleasing results with LPS performing comparatively strongly in spelling, writing and numeracy to the SSG. We also had 10.8% of students in Band 8 in reading compared to 7.9% for SSG. Grammar & Punctuation results were slightly below average and this has been an identified target area in the school.
Messages
Principal’s message2010 was a year of many “firsts” and new beginnings for Leeton Public School. The launch of our website, video conferencing facilities, new classrooms, new hall, our first ever virtual excursion, the inaugural recognition of NAIDOC Week, establishment of middle school links with Leeton HS and the Red Cap program were just some of the many highlights in a terrific year where all students were exposed to a diverse range of opportunities across all curriculum disciplines.
I would like to thank the many people who assist us in classrooms, on excursions, in our playground and through our community events.
I certify that the information in this report is the result of a rigorous school self-evaluation process and is a balanced and genuine account of the school’s achievements and areas for development.
David Lees
P & C messageThe retention of our volunteer staffed canteen, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day gift stalls and other fundraising events have ensured that our school continues to have the means to undertake significant projects. The major fundraiser was again our annual fete which proved very popular with all who attended.
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I would like to thank those very special few parents who have donated considerable time and and energy to the canteen, fund raising and general committee positions, as well as the school’s staff, both teaching and administrative, who are no strangers to the activity of the P&C, and remain an integral part of this school’s consultative process.
The P&C provides volunteer support at many school events including socials, working bees, orientation days and many more. I encourage all new and current parents to join the P&C to assist and support the school in its endeavours in 2011 and beyond.
Bec Cleathero
Student representative’s message
2010 was another very special year for our school. Some of the great things that happened over the past 12 months were the installation of 12 more interactive whiteboards (IWB’s), a ‘virtual excursion’ to The Great Barrier Reef, NAIDOC Week celebrations and of course two great excursions to Melbourne and Canberra.
Our eco-gardening groups continue to do so much hard work around the school and the Stage three dance group were successful again in making it to Riverina Dance Festival and KROP. The vocal group travelled to Sydney for Schools Spectacular for the second year in a row. We had many PSSA sports teams who made the school proud.
Our school had many new upgrades throughout the year to help improve our learning environment. Our new school hall has been completed and classes have now been in the two new classrooms for several months. All of the students and teachers love them!
Probably the best memory from Year 6 was Middle School at Leeton High School. It was great to meet new teachers and work with students from the other Primary Schools.
Leeton Public is the best place to go to school. We have been able to do so many great things at this school for the last seven years.
LPS student leaders
School context
Student informationIt is a requirement that the reporting of information for all students must be consistent with privacy and personal information policies.
Student enrolment profile
Enrolments
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100150200250300350400450
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010Year
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Student attendance profile
Year 2007 2008 2009 2010School K 95.7 95.0 1 92.7 93.9 2 94.5 94.9 3 93.5 94.4 4 92.4 93.9 5 94.5 93.6 6 95.6 96.1 Total 95.0 93.5 94.1 94.5Region K 93.8 94.1 1 93.3 93.9 2 93.2 93.8 3 93.6 93.9 4 93.4 93.8 5 93.2 93.6 6 92.9 93.4 Total 93.9 93.4 91.4 93.8State DET K 94.3 94.7 1 93.7 94.2 2 94.0 94.4 3 94.1 94.5 4 94.0 94.5 5 94.0 94.4 6 93.6 94.0 Total 94.0 94.1 92.1 94.4
Management of non-attendance
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It is a legal requirement that all Primary aged students attend school on a regular basis. Teachers mark students as present or absent on the school roll each day. If a student is absent then the parent/carer must inform the school of the reason for the absence within two days of the absence. If a satisfactory reason is not supplied then the Home School Liaison Officer (HSLO) may become involved. In cases where absences continue to be unjustified, parents/carers may face prosecution.
Class sizes
In March 2003 the Government announced its commitment to publish primary class sizes in annual school reports in order to provide parents with as much local information as possible.
The following table shows our class sizes as reported at the 2010 class size audit conducted on Wednesday 17 March 2010.
Roll Class
Year Total per Year
Total in Class
KB K 21 21KO K 21 21KM K 22 221F 1 20 201M 1 20 20
1MC 1 20 202M 2 26 262P 2 24 243T 3 29 293K 3 28 28
3/4T 3 15 273/4T 4 12 2745P 4 14 2745P 5 13 275W 5 27 276C 6 32 326R 6 30 305R 5 27 274N 4 28 28
Structure of classes
A wide number of factors are taken into account when forming classes. These include the different learning needs and styles of students, socialisation factors and gender balance.
Staff informationIt is a requirement that the reporting of information for all staff must be consistent with privacy and personal information policies
Staff establishment
Position NumberPrincipal 1.0Assistant Principals 4.0Classroom Teachers 13.0Teacher of Reading Recovery 0.63Support Teacher Learning Assistance 0.8Teacher Librarian 0.8Part time teacher 0.7Teacher Early School Support Program 1.0Itinerant Teacher Learning Assistance 0.5RFF Teacher 0.714TOTAL 23.144
The National Education Agreement requires schools to report on Indigenous composition of their workforce.
There are no Indigenous staff members.
Staff retention
A total student enrolment of 429 meant that we were able to form a 17th class for 2010. All staff from 2009 were retained. We welcomed a new Assistant Principal, Miss Catherine Drady and classroom teacher Mrs Aliesha McDonald.
Teacher qualifications
All teaching staff meet the professional requirements for teaching in NSW public schools.
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Qualifications % of staffDegree or Diploma 91Postgraduate 9
Financial summaryThis summary covers funds for operating costs and does not involve expenditure areas such as permanent salaries, building and major maintenance.
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A full copy of the school’s 2010 financial statement is tabled at the annual general meeting of the parent body. Further details concerning the statement can be obtained by contacting the school.
School performance 2010
AchievementsArts
One of our biggest achievements in the Arts this year was when our fine school captain, Callum Hislop was adjudged a state debating champion. Callum was part of the all-conquering Riverina debating team who took all before them to become state champions.
Our school continued to forge ahead in the Arts in 2010, providing students with a diverse range of opportunities. Our Stage three dance group under the expert guidance of Mrs Whelan had the honour of being selected to perform at Riverina Dance Festival in Griffith. To confirm the level of outstanding ability within this talented group, the 16 students were also selected for
KROP (Kids Rapt On Performing), also in Griffith. In addition, further opportunities were presented at the Leeton Rotary Ball and Light Up Leeton.
The vocal group entered its second year and 16 students worked exceptionally hard with Mrs Ryan throughout 2010 and were honoured with selection at Schools Spectacular. The students were part of the mass choir who performed in front of thousands of people at the Sydney Entertainment Centre in November.
In August many classes and individual students were involved in the annual Leeton Eisteddfod. Students participated in Folk Dancing, Choirs, Verse Speaking, One Act Play, Debating and a Recorder Group. We have some very talented students with a number receiving trophies for winning events and being champions in their selected category.
The highly talented 2010 Stage three dance group.
The School Choir also performed at “Carols by Candlelight”, Education Week assembly and at our annual Presentation Day. Seven classes visited the Leeton Aged Care facility, Assumption Villa, to perform several items. Students and residents found these visits to be entertaining and enjoyable.
Our School Curriculum was enriched by visiting performances, story telling, dance and curriculum focused activities. Our PALS (Primary Activity Learning Specialists) and IALS (Infants Activity Learning Specialists) groups enabled students to perform in drama, acting, singing and dancing activities.
The whole school helped make history in October as part of Australia’s biggest ever simultaneous school music event called “Music: Count Us In”.
We had a Riverina finalist in the Premier’s Spelling Bee and both of our Premier’s Debating
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Challenge teams performed with distinction in all of their debates.
Sport
The sporting highlight of the year was our Mortimer Shield Rugby League team being crowned Leeton - Narrandera zone champions. This was a terrific achievement for this hard working group of young men and one they richly deserved. This was our best result in this competition for over a decade.
The school has always benefited from the fact that sport has a high profile in the town. Highlights of the year include:
Lunchtime sports competitions were organised by senior students for netball, touch, soccer and handball;
We continued to enjoy strong student representation in Riverina teams that contested NSWPSSA events, this year having 18 representatives: two in swimming, two in Australian Football, three in athletics, one in rugby union, three in rugby league, two in basketball, two in boys cricket and three in softball;
Strong representation of students in Leeton-Narrandera PSSA teams that contested Riverina Championships in Australian Football, Rugby League, Netball, Girls and Boys Basketball, Girls and Boys Touch Football, Girls and Boys Soccer as well as Girls and Boys Softball;
The following teams were entered in the NSW PSSA knockouts – Australian Football, Netball, Rugby League, Soccer, Girls Touch and Cricket;
The very successful Gala Day continued at the end of Term 3, with students in Years 3-6 participating in a variety of activities at Leeton No .1 Oval;
Students in Years 3-4 participated in successful development programs and gala days in both Australian Football and Rugby League;
Sports development officers were invited to visit the school to give students the opportunity to further develop skills in
Swimming, Cricket, Australian Football and Rugby League;
K-6 PE Program, which was run twice weekly throughout the school year; and
Participation in the annual ‘Learn To Swim’ program conducted at the Leeton Memorial Pool.
2010 Mortimer Shield team – zone champions!
Excursions
Again in 2010, Year 3 and 4 students had the opportunity to participate in an overnight excursion. The venue was Canberra and all students enjoyed a terrific time.
The excursion catered for a wide range of educational outcomes in Science, HSIE and CAPA Key Learning Areas. All students had a positive and rewarding experience, gaining key independence and social skills.
The Year 5 & 6 Senior Excursion centred around a week long trip to Melbourne and Ballarat. Teamwork, decision making, leadership, independence and cooperation were key learning outcomes gained from the experience.
All students participated in minor excursions during the year. Students in Years K-6 visited the Shire Library. Other class excursions which supported units within classrooms were visits to the Leeton Township and nearby villages to support HSIE units of work.
The school very much appreciated the assistance we received from local community members who gave their time and venues for excursions which added variety to our curriculum.
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One of the many interesting challenges for our Stage three students at Sovereign Hill, Ballarat.
Academic
In the National Assessment Program, the results across the Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 literacy and numeracy assessments are reported on a scale from Band 1 to Band 10.
The achievement scale represents increasing levels of skills and understandings demonstrated in these assessments.
Yr 3: from Band 1 (lowest) to Band 6 (highest for Year 3)
Yr 5: from Band 3 (lowest) to Band 8 (highest for Year 5)
Literacy – NAPLAN Year 3
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Percentage of students in bands: Year 3 spelling
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Literacy – NAPLAN Year 5
Percentage of students in bands: Year 5 reading
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Percentage of students in bands: Year 5 writing
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Progress in literacy
Average progress in reading between Year 3 and Year 5
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Average progress in writingbetween Year 3 and Year 5
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Average progress in spellingbetween Year 3 and Year 5
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Average progress in grammar & punctuation between Year 3
and Year 5
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Progress in numeracy
Average progress in numeracybetween Year 3 and Year 5
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Minimum standards
The Commonwealth Government sets minimum standards for reading, writing, grammar and punctuation, spelling and numeracy for years 3, 5, 7 and 9.
The performance of the students in our school in the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy is compared to these minimum standards. The percentages of our students achieving at or above these standards are reported below.
Percentage of Year 3 students in our school achieving at or above the minimum standard in 2010
Percentage of Year 3 students achieving at or above minimum standard
Reading 96Writing 97Spelling 93Punctuation and grammar 87Numeracy 90
Percentage of Year 5 students in our school achieving at or above the minimum standard in 2010
Percentage of Year 5 students achieving at or above minimum standard
Reading 89Writing 100Spelling 95Punctuation and grammar 89Numeracy 97
Significant programs and initiatives
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A number of charities were supported by the students and staff at the school during 2010. The major charity selected by our school is Stewart House. Students from the school have participated in visits to Stewart House over a number of years.
The Student Representative Council (SRC) and staff raised money during the year to support students and Stewart House, Cancer Council, Daffodil Day, Bandana Day and Movember. The SRC was also involved in supporting Parents and Citizens Association (P&C) fundraisers. Cup cakes and muffins were made by SRC members in order to purchase a variety of school resources.
Students organised activities to promote the skills of their peers. Our talent quest was very popular. These activities were very enjoyable and participation in these events exceeded expectations.
School captains and vice captains lead assemblies, represented the school at Kindergarten orientation sessions, ANZAC Ceremonies and at other formal functions such as Education Week and Presentation Day. This year our school student leaders looked resplendent in their new blazers, purchased by the P&C. Students took great pride in wearing these at all official functions. A great sense of pride and satisfaction was felt by our student leaders.
Our 2010 outstanding student leaders, the first group to wear the new LPS blazers.
Our new school hall was completed, which will prove an amazing new resource to our school. Gymnastics, dance groups, special assemblies, visiting performances, indoor PE, school socials and a plethora of community-based activities will be just some of the advantages this new addition will bring.
Our two new classrooms have been fully operational since August, with 2D and 2M the
first classes to be housed there. Students and staff are thoroughly enjoying the improved standard of teaching and learning that they provide.
Aboriginal education
For the first time this year, NAIDOC Week was richly celebrated at LPS. It really was a very special and significant week, with a diverse variety of learning activities and promotion of indigenous culture. Our flag raising ceremony proved a very emotional moment for many of our school community, some of whom were visiting our school for the first time. The Aboriginal flag is now raised every day at our school.
William Ingram, Johnny Huckle and Merv Firebrace were just some of our indigenous friends who worked with students throughout the week-long celebrations providing experiences in song, dance, sketching, didgeridoo, traditional games and many more richly engaging activities.
A significant moment at LPS, as the Aboriginal flag is about to be raised for the very first time.
Multicultural education
A total of 7.75% of our students were from language backgrounds other than English. Two students were eligible for ESL support during 2010. These students brought a variety of different experiences to our classroom activities.
As a part of quality teaching, programs of cultural significance are embedded into class learning. This included studies of various countries as a part of HSIE units studied in 2010.
Respect and responsibility
Our students were active in community activities including The ANZAC March and Clean-Up Australia Day.
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The school also enjoys close links with the aged care facility in Leeton; Assumption Villa. The folk thoroughly enjoyed our choir and various class groups entertaining them throughout the year.
Connected learning
2010 saw a rapid rate of technology growth and infrastructure at our school. A further 12 Interactive Whiteboards (IWB’s) were placed into classrooms, meaning a total of 13 are now operational in the school. Much time and emphasis was also given to teacher professional learning with teachers accessing specialist support from outside agencies, as well as engaging in “shared learning” with colleagues from within school. At least one professional learning session each term has now been dedicated to up skilling and improving teacher knowledge of IWB’s.
Our connected classroom was completed in March and already this facility has been used for several video-conferencing opportunities. One of the highlights of 2010 for our Year 4 classes was their “virtual excursion” to The Great Barrier Reef where they were able to talk “live” to a deep sea diver. This really was an amazing experience students were talking about several months later.
Red Cap program
This year for the first time we ran The Red Cap program at our school. This is operated by the Salvation Army and relies purely on volunteers to deliver the content and instruction. The program focuses on leadership and conflict resolution skills. It was operational over a period of 20 weeks for 90 minute sessions on Tuesday afternoons. It was felt by school staff that some students would benefit from enhanced leadership skills as well as strategies to better encounter conflict scenarios. All 12 students who participated grew significantly as a result of the program. This was evident through a number of results, including a significant decline in playground misdemeanors and detentions for some boys and improved confidence for many of the girls in the program.
Middle Schooling Initiative
Our Year 6 students commenced the exciting Middle Schooling transition program at Leeton High School in 2010. This operated on a
Wednesday afternoon for 20 weeks. Students were exposed to specialist secondary teachers and thoroughly enjoyed their new learning experiences relating to Science, Art, Woodwork, Textiles and Food Technology. Year 6 teachers are at this time facilitating Year 7 sport.
The Middle Schooling Program coordinated by the Leeton Community Of Public Schools is a tremendous initiative that gives our Year 6 students the best possible opportunity to make a smooth transition to secondary schooling. It is important to acknowledge the staff members at LHS who facilitate lessons for the caring and accommodating approach they take to Year 6 kids as they start this exciting new chapter in their education.
Crunch and Sip program
LPS has become a Crunch and Sip school where students are encouraged to bring a piece of fruit and a water bottle for a fruit break during the morning session. This has improved student attention and concentration in class especially for those children who may have an early or very little breakfast.
Progress on 2010 targets
Target 1
Increased level of student achievement in numeracy
Our achievements include:
Additional STLA time allocated to numeracy, resulting in smaller groups with learning outcomes better targeted to individual students.
Average progress in numeracy was above like-group schools.
Extensive training provided in the use of numeracy-based IWB activities, which proved successful in improved engagement with many students, especially some boys who were disengaged in numeracy.
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Target 2
School programs will reflect quality teaching practices and the use of effective and current technology
Our achievements include:
More efficient use of regional personnel and school-based staff to support rich learning programs incorporating quality teaching and the effective use of technology.
Staff sharing sessions utilising CTJ methods to enhance learning outcomes.
Staff engaged in several “group sharing” experiences to share knowledge of effective uses of IWB’s across all KLA’s.
Key evaluationsIt is a requirement for all NSW public schools to conduct at least two annual evaluations – one related to educational and management practice and the other related to curriculum. In 2010 our school carried out evaluations of Management and Mathematics.
Educational and management practice
In 2010 the school evaluated Management.
Background
Some parents completed a telephone questionnaire based on school culture. Families were randomly selected and all who were contacted were happy to answer the questions put forward.
Findings and conclusions
94% of parents thought that the school is well organised.
96% of parents believe that teachers undertake extra training to improve their classroom teaching.
90% of parents believe that the school communicates effectively with students and parents.
94% of parents believe the school cares about the students and the discipline is fair.
Future directions
The maintenance of exemplary school management is seen as important by parents. We will continue to show improvement through our school plans, policies, practices and programs.
Curriculum
In 2010 the school evaluated mathematics.
Background
Some parents completed a telephone questionnaire based on mathematics. Families were randomly selected and all who were contacted were happy to answer the questions put forward.
Findings and conclusions
95% of parents agreed that the school mathematics program is meeting student needs.
92% of parents thought that the school is well resourced in mathematics equipment.
95% of parents believe that staff improve their mathematics teaching practice by attending professional learning sessions.
60% of parents would like to see more mathematics information sessions offered for community members.
Future directions
The school will continue to strengthen its mathematics program in 2011 and beyond. Teacher professional learning opportunities will be explored and those seen as valuable will form the core of future learning. Additional resources will continue to be purchased and specialist regional personnel will be employed to work with LPS staff.
Parent, student, and teacher satisfactionIn 2010 the school sought the opinions of parents, students and teachers about the school.
Their responses are presented below.
Parents predominantly agreed that what students learn is important and that teachers provided interesting and appropriate class
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activities that catered to students’ needs and abilities.
Students generally feel that they are listened to and respected by teachers.
Parents were happy with school communication in 2010. A comprehensive weekly newsletter and regular updates on the school website were seen as important.
Parents generally see our school as a welcoming and positive learning environment and most rate our standing in the local community as “excellent”.
Professional learningProfessional Learning activities occur regularly each term with the entire staff. All teaching staff received compliance training in CPR, diabetes, child protection and code of conduct.
Training for all teaching staff was offered in the use of interactive whiteboards, as our school installed 12 more IWB’s this year, as well as the connected classroom being completed. Some staff were trained in the use of SMART Data analysis and other software associated with Assessment and Reporting.
Support teachers (STLA, ESSP, RR) received specific training and teachers with particular responsibilities attended training with their respective networks and areas of expertise, for example, Teacher-Librarians network, Stage based networks.
All staff worked through a highly practical and engaging session Science Viva, enabling teachers to work in pairs through 12 workshops based on science outcomes. This generated fruitful discussion and new ideas about the application of potential classroom activities revolving around recycling and re-using.
Count Me In Too, Quality Teaching, Behaviour Management, Grammar teaching and Serious Incident Management training were also carried out by staff members. Executive attended an Assistant Principal’s regional forum.
Attendance by Leeton Public School staff at the Riverina Teaching Forums continued to be pleasing, with quite a number of staff attending literacy, numeracy and/or technology based activities in Griffith. The teaching staff members had planning days to plan cooperatively and
design assessment tasks. In 2010, twenty six staff attended emergency care and resuscitation training provided by The Royal Life Saving Association.
The school development days focused upon Health Management processes, Emergency Care & Resuscitation, development of curriculum Scope and Sequence documents and resources and the implementation of Interactive Whiteboards (IWB’s) in classrooms.
Administration staff were also able to access professional learning activities which focused upon upgrading skills. Training in ERN (Enrolment Registration Number) and SmartBuy were key training activities undertaken throughout the year.
School development 2009 – 2011
Leeton Public students will continue to grow in literacy and numeracy. They will experience quality teaching that incorporates technology to support learning while the staff has the opportunity to develop leadership skills through real projects aligned to the standards of professional accomplishment and professional leadership. The school will be safe, friendly and welcoming of community involvement and support.
Targets for 20112011 will be the final phase of the 3 year plan. The new targets will specifically focus on strengthening areas in need of improvement and are long-term targets which commenced in 2009.
The school improvement plan for 2011 includes a range targets in the areas of;
Literacy Numeracy Connected Learning Aboriginal Education Partnerships- School, Home, Community Creative and Performing Arts Environmental Education
The two highest priority areas are as follows;
Target 1
Improved reading for all students
Strategies to achieve this target include:
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Continue intensive teacher training program in Best Start, syllabus content outcomes, Jolly Phonics and Accelerated Literacy;
With focus on Stage 1 classes in 2011, implement Accelerated Literacy strategies across the school K-6; and
Review school reading resources and purchase necessary resources.
Our success will be measured by:
Improved reading growth for all students across the school, indicated by K-6 standardised testing and outcomes based assessment;
Data collected on attendance at professional learning activities and formalized sharing sessions provided for all staff to access training and development in reading; and
Evidence of quality teaching and learning in class programs and lesson observations.
Target 2
Increased levels of achievement for all students in numeracy with a focus on Space and Geometry
Strategies to achieve this target include:
Access teacher professional development activities in numeracy with a specific focus on Space and Geometry in 2011;
Stage based discussions and sharing of effective teaching strategies and resources to provide students with ‘quality’ learning opportunities in numeracy, with a specific focus on Space and Geometry in 2011; and
Review school space and geometry teaching resources and purchase necessary equipment to deliver quality teaching and learning programs.
Our success will be measured by:
Improved growth for all students across the school, indicated by K-6 standardised testing and outcomes based assessment;
Data collected on attendance at professional learning activities and formalized sharing sessions provided for all staff to access training and development in
providing quality teaching and learning activities for students in numeracy; and
Evidence of quality teaching and learning in class programs and lesson observations.
About this reportIn preparing this report, the self-evaluation committee has gathered information from evaluations conducted during the year and analysed other information about the school's practices and student learning outcomes. The self-evaluation committee and school planning committee have determined targets for the school's future development.
Mr David Lees - Principal
Mrs Cathie Ramponi - Assistant Principal
Mrs Rachel Thomason - Assistant Principal
Mrs Cheryl Berthon - SAM
Ms Bec Clethero - P&C President
School contact information
Leeton Public School
Mallee Street, Leeton NSW 2705
Ph: 0269533488
Fax: 0269533175
Email: [email protected]
Web: Enter here
School Code: 2386
Parents can find out more information about Annual School Reports, how to interpret information in the reports and have the opportunity to provide feedback about these reports at:
http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/asr
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